Some examples from this set of practice questions
1.
structuralism (perspective)
Answer: - Edward B. Titchener - Involves introspection and the study of basic components of conscious experiences
2.
functionalism (perspective)
Answer: stressed the importance of how behavior functions to allow people and animals to adapt to their environments
3.
Psychoanalytic/psychodynamic perspective
Answer: -Sigmund Freud -Emphasized the role of unconscious conflicts in determining behavior and personality, and focuses on sexual, and aggressive impacts of early experience
4.
behaviorism (perspective)
Answer: -Watson, Skinner, Pavlov -Believed that psychology should focus strictly on observable behaviors that could be objectively measured
5.
biological perspective
Answer: studies physical bases of behavior (nervous system, endocrine system, genetics)
6.
evolutionary perspective
Answer: focuses on the psychological processes that help individuals survive, reproduce, and pass on abilities to future generations
7.
humanistic perspective
Answer: -Carl Rogers, Abraham Maslow -focuses on the positive aspects of individuals, their strengths and potential
8.
cross-cultural perspective
Answer: studies diversity of behavior across cultures, and the different way\'s one\'s background could alter symptoms and behavior
9.
theory
Answer: a tentative explanation of a phenomena that integrates previous findings and observations
10.
hypothesis
Answer: a testable prediction or question that the researcher wants to answer
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